Documentation Assistant

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

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Our Heritage Service has an exciting opportunity for a Documentation Assistant to join our small collections team.

The Heritage Service is responsible for the care of collections held across Guildford Museum, Guildford House Gallery, the Guildhall and our offsite store. The collections cover a range of categories and disciplines, including archaeology, needlework and textiles, social and local history, and art.

Working across our sites and at our offsite store, you will document and digitise objects in our collection to ‘Spectrum’ standards on our Collections Management System Collections Index+. Other duties may include carrying out object research, dealing with public enquiries and assisting with collection projects.

A demonstrable interest in museums and/or heritage sites and knowledge of museum documentation processes and standards are essential. Evidence of collections documentation experience and an ability to input data with a high level of accuracy should be demonstrated within your application. Some experience of using a museum collections management system and supervising volunteers are desirable.